Allen G. Hatcher

Hatcher, Allen G., 58, peacefully went home with the Lord on the evening of Tuesday, September 19, 2006, following a year and four month battle with brain cancer. Visitation with the family, 7:00-8:30 P.M., Friday, September 22, Downing Lahey Mortuary West. Service, 10:00 A.M., Saturday, September 23, Antioch Christian Church. Allen was born in Wichita, Kansas at the Wichita Hospital on December 30, 1947. He attended Campus High School and graduated from South High in 1966. Allen worked at Cessna as an established toolmaker for 39 years. He was drafted into the United States Army in January of 1968 and actively served his country overseas as a combat engineer until December of 1969. He was decorated as an expert marksman and held medals for National Defense and good conduct. He was an active member of the Antioch Christian Church, and enjoyed participating in evening bible studies. Allen was known for his willingness to help others, reaching out to those in need, and sharing the gospel with others. Allen loved to coach, fish, hunt, bowl, and to watch his children play sports. He loved nothing more than to be with his family. He was a beloved husband, father, and coach. Allen is survived by his wife, Barbara. He was the loving father of children, Nicole Schmeidler, Andrea M., Trisha, and Scott Allen Hatcher, all of Wichita. He is also survived by parents, George and Essie Hatcher of Wichita; sister, Terry (Don) Carlson of Wichita; brothers, Doyle (Peggy) Hatcher of Wichita, Myron (Pat) Hatcher, Haysville; grandsons, Devon and Blayke Schmeidler both of Wichita; lifelong friend, Joy Irons of Wichita. Memorial established with Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice, 313 S. Market, Wichita, KS 67202. Visitation with the family, 7:00-8:30 P.M., Friday, September 22, Downing Lahey Mortuary West